Boost For Inter Milan As Italy Midfielder Joins Veteran Defender & France Starlet In Passing Late Fitness Test For Napoli Clash | OneFootball

Inter head into the Napoli clash with Davide Frattesi and Andy Diouf both available, giving Cristian Chivu added depth as the Nerazzurri prepare for the key Serie A showdown.

According to Sport Mediaset, Frattesi trained regularly with the rest of the squad at Appiano Gentile and is now fully at Chivu’s disposal for Sunday night.

The Italy international has shaken off his recent issues and will be included in the matchday squad against Napoli.

Both players have passed their own late fitness tests and are available after recent progress, offering Chivu additional solutions on the bench.

Inter Vs Napoli – Frattesi, Darmian & Diouf Return But Chivu Sticks With Trusted XI

MILAN, ITALY – DECEMBER 03: Andy Diouf of FC Internazionale celebrates after scoring their team’s first goal during the Coppa Italia match between FC Internazionale and Venezia FC at San Siro Stadium on December 03, 2025 in Milan, Italy. (Photo by Marco Luzzani/Getty Images)

Despite the reinforcements, major changes to the starting XI are not expected.

Chivu is inclined to stick with his trusted eleven.

Indeed maintaining continuity for a match that could have a decisive impact on the title race.

The only confirmed absence remains Denzel Dumfries.

With the Dutchman still sidelined, Luis Henrique is set to start once again on the right flank.

Therefore making his tenth consecutive appearance.

Inter therefore arrive at the Napoli match with growing confidence and a healthier squad.

Indeed, with more options than initially expected, even if stability remains Chivu’s priority.